Access Insights
The Role of Semantic Search in Enhancing Findability
In the ever-growing digital landscape, the ability to locate information efficiently is paramount. Traditional keyword-based search engines have served us well, but as data becomes more complex and voluminous, there is a pressing need for more sophisticated methods to improve findability. Enter semantic search, a technology that leverages the meaning behind words to deliver more…
Read MoreLeveraging Large Language Models for Enhanced Data-Driven Decision-Making
In the age of big data, the ability to make informed decisions based on vast amounts of information has become a critical asset for organizations. Traditional methods of data analysis, while powerful, are often limited by their reliance on structured data and predefined algorithms. Enter large language models (LLMs), which bring a transformative potential to…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Why Use A Taxonomy Management Tool?
Our regular blogger is out of commission while recovering from surgery. Please enjoy this classic blog post, written by Margie Hlava in 2010, answering a very common question. Updates and notes are in brackets. Why Use A Taxonomy Management Tool? July 12, 2010 – This question was recently asked and addressed in a community online…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Field by Any Other Name
Our regular blogger is out of commission while recovering from surgery. Please enjoy this classic blog post. Margie Hlava – Founder of Access Innovations, former President of Access Innovations, and the current Chief Science Officer – wrote this post in response to a podcast she was listening to, at the time. Corrections are noted with…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Semantic Technology – Fact or Fiction?
While our regular blogger is out of commission due to surgery, we are reposting some of our favorite blog posts. The ReadWriteWeb post that was mentioned in this blog post was updated in October 2018. Semantic Technology – Fact or Fiction? July 12, 2010 – Real-life application of semantic technology at work with leading U.S.…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Metadata Gaining Some Street Cred
Our regular blogger is recovering from surgery. Please enjoy this classic blog post about metadata. This is post is still very much relevant today. Metadata Gaining Some Street Cred July 7, 2010 – With the rise of online retailing, what used to be warehouse data has turned into a valuable marketing tool. Publishers Weekly highlighted this…
Read MoreIndependence Day and Emerging Tech
The Fourth of July commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On this day, the thirteen American colonies declared their independence from British rule, setting the stage for the birth of a new nation. The Declaration, primarily authored by Thomas Jefferson, articulated the colonies’ reasons for seeking independence and outlined…
Read MoreData Management in the Time of Emerging Tech
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, effective data management has become more critical than ever. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain and quantum computing are transforming the way data is generated, processed and utilized. The advent of IoT and the proliferation of connected devices have…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Entertaining Video by Librarians Tells a Story
Our regular blogger is out of commission while recovering from surgery. Please enjoy this classic blog post and be sure to watch the video! Entertaining Video by Librarians Tells a Story June 9, 2010 – Timely and entertaining, this home-made video also stresses the importance of proper indexing and cataloging. Students and faculty from the…
Read MoreClassic Posts Summer – Corporate Librarian: Not a Dying Art After All
Our regular blogger is out of commission while recovering from surgery. Please enjoy this classic blog post that is still very relevant in 2024. The link to the Corporate Librarian Jobs is current as of June 2024. Corporate Librarian: Not a Dying Art After All June 30, 2010 – A job posting gives hope that the…
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